1Ti 6:13 | MHM | STEP | The Apostle's Solemn Charge; Caution to Rich. This section contains Paul’s final instructions to Timothy. He urges Timothy to be faithful in his ministry and to keep God’s commands without fault. Paul reminds Timothy of Christ’s example and encourages him to stay focused until Jesus returns. The passage also gives important advice to those who are rich, teaching them to use their wealth well and not to trust in it. Paul finishes with a prayer for God’s grace. v. 13 : Paul gives Timothy a strong command in the presence of God, who gives life to all things. He also calls on Christ Jesus as a witness, reminding Timothy that Jesus made a good confession before Pontius Pilate (John 18:36-37 ). Paul wants Timothy to remember that his service is before God, who sees everything, and before Christ, who stood for truth even when it was hard.

‏ 1 Timothy 6:13

The Apostle's Solemn Charge; Caution to Rich.

This section contains Paul’s final instructions to Timothy. He urges Timothy to be faithful in his ministry and to keep God’s commands without fault. Paul reminds Timothy of Christ’s example and encourages him to stay focused until Jesus returns. The passage also gives important advice to those who are rich, teaching them to use their wealth well and not to trust in it. Paul finishes with a prayer for God’s grace.

v. 13: Paul gives Timothy a strong command in the presence of God, who gives life to all things. He also calls on Christ Jesus as a witness, reminding Timothy that Jesus made a good confession before Pontius Pilate (John 18:36-37 ^a). Paul wants Timothy to remember that his service is before God, who sees everything, and before Christ, who stood for truth even when it was hard.